Course summary
The 4-year Biological Sciences with Study in Continental Europe BSc empowers you to explore biology in-depth while enhancing your language skills. By combining hands-on training with essential skills, we ensure you excel in your career. Gain practical experience and broaden your horizons through cultural exploration! You’ll have the exciting opportunity to immerse yourself in a vibrant new culture by studying at a prestigious university in France, Spain, or Germany, based on your language skills. The year abroad is designed as a unique experience, where you can focus on personal growth and academic exploration without the pressure of grades impacting your final degree classification. It’s your chance to gain invaluable international experience, broaden your horizons, and create unforgettable memories! Biological Sciences with Study in Continental Europe BSc combines hands-on training with essential skills while allowing you to specialise in exciting areas like genetics or zoology. Field courses: Be part of exciting fieldwork like studying glaciers in Norway or aquatic environments in Pembrokeshire bringing real-world biology to life. Study Abroad: Spend your third year in France, Spain, Germany, or one of 300+ global destinations, immersing yourself in new cultures and learning from experts with our year abroad option. Professional Placement: Boost your employability with industry experience, applying your knowledge in real-world settings with our placement year programme. Royal Society of Biology Accreditation: Our degree ensures you meet employer needs and stand out in the job market. Join BioSoc: Connect with fellow Biosciences students through team sports, events, and specialist career conferences. Specialist Degree Labels Across all of our Biological Sciences programmes, you have the exciting opportunity to reflect on your journey and add a specialised pathway in your final year (if you meet the requirements). These pathways allow you to showcase your unique strengths and areas of interest, giving you a competitive edge as you step into the next phase of your career. The following labels may be added to our Biological Sciences degree programmes: Human Health and Disease Microbiology and Infection Genetics Food Security and Sustainability Conservation Biology Zoology
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C101
- Institution code:
- B32
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*D
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
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Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9535 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT